Their Stories

Paresthesia oral, Injection site reaction and Injection site erythema

4.10.2021 – Yesterday when I did this I said mild pain and nothing else, but as the day wore on, I'd call it moderate pain at injection site (hurt to move/lift arm) and I had a very slight tingling in my face and around my lips. The tingling only last an hour or two and it was very slight.

4.11.2021 – No other symptoms today. I didn't realize it until I looked late yesterday, but I had mild redness at the injection site then too.

1.31.2022 – I forgot to check in yesterday, but yesterday I had thevsame symptoms at injection site, mild, but stronger than today. Also yesterday had joint pains that were mild

Injection site scar, Fibromyalgia and Arthralgia

4.15.2021 – I do have fibromyalgia and this is the first day without muscle pains in several years. Joint pains are the same, no worsening of my condition due to the vaccine as of now

4.16.2021 – My arm was sore this morning but got better around 3:30-4pm at which point my fibromyalgia symptoms started coming back (they were gone after yesterdays shot)

5.10.2021 – I do have a scar from the first dose which I hadnt realised was possible.. The second dose seems to be scarring but Im not sure yet

Infection, Abdominal pain upper and Vomiting

4.26.2021 – I never had a check in before but my arm hurt a bit for a couple days after the shot. Nothing serious in the slightest bit.

5.13.2021 – I had a bad headache and couldn't work the day after the shot.

5.31.2021 – Actually its been since my last check in but I didn't hink it was vaccine related. Really bad bowel movements. Feels bad.

6.9.2021 – Stomach pain, threw up, coughing.

11.8.2021 – I got an unknown infection which, according to rapid testing, was not COVID-19 but did seem to respond to antibiotics.

Neuropathy peripheral, Peripheral swelling and Asthenia

5.15.2021 – My problem is peripheral neuropathy so Im experiencing all of the above plus

5.18.2021 – Still soreness around injection site.

5.21.2021 – I have most of these symptoms anyway caused by neuropathy

6.4.2021 – I am experiencing most of these symptoms from peripheral neuropathy so when asked these questions I cant attribute them to the shot

6.7.2021 – I think Ive just exacerbated my neurological conditions is hopefully all and it returns to mint normal soon

6.8.2021 – I still believe its just not agreeing and will clear up soon

6.10.2021 – Im feeling better but certainly not well. I had a mis scheduled second shot and was told it may not be as effective but it took two months trying to schedule a shot through RiteAid. I gave up and scheduled with (b)(6) pharmacy and was a bit con.

6.17.2021 – Feet swelling making it even harder to walk. Low energy. Labored breathing.

Sleep deficit, Atrial fibrillation and Body temperature increased

9.23.2021 – Atrial fibrillation has returned. Last had it in 2019-20 and 2016. Seen cardiologist and been diagnosed. Old issue returned. Seems to return when I am sleep deprived. Been struggling with a CPAP machine for past four months.

4.1.2022 – Cold like symptoms. Runny nose, sneezing.

5.8.2022 – Bad cough, stuffiness in nose

5.9.2022 – my temperature of 99 this morning was followed by just now by my normal 96.5.

5.11.2022 – Sore throat. Phlegm congestion causing bad coughing spells.

5.13.2022 – Major phlegm and cough remaining.

6.3.2022 – Muscle in my back spasms

Sinus pain, Gastroenteritis viral and Upper respiratory tract infection

3.13.2021 – I have suspected endometriosis, and Im on my period; and diarrhea/headache/nausea/abdominal pain is usual for my period; its difficult to discern whats beyond that

3.15.2021 – I have significant nausea/abdominal pain/diarrhea during and after my period, which ended yesterday. Its a little hard to tell whats period issues and whats vaccine side effects.

3.17.2021 – Sore throat

9.10.2021 – Stomach bug (diarrhea, nausea, headache). Tested 2x for COVID, both times negative. Symptoms resolved.

3.14.2022 – I did have a sinus infection or similar stuffy nose, mild fever, sinus pain, fatigue, chills. Tested negative for COVID via PCR test twice.

11.23.2022 – Current upper respiratory infection (pending PCR test whether it's COVID or not, tested yesterday but results are not back yet)

Hot flush, Myalgia and Arthralgia

4.19.2021 – Feverish and hot flashes but no elevated temperature

5.16.2021 – A lot of fatigue and muscle pain

5.23.2021 – Joint pain in wrists, knees, fingers. Also persistent pain along the sides of both knees. This pain is something that my coworkers have also noticed that started after the second vaccine. Doctor visit

5.30.2021 – Joint pain in the knees and pain along the sides of the knees Visit h to o my doctor

7.18.2021 – Occasionally light headed or dizzy. Sometimes its a couple of days in a row, sometimes one day. Blood pressure checks normal during these times

Rash papular, Injection site discomfort and Rash erythematous

3.11.2021 – Extreme fatigue 4 days after first vaccination. Lasted one day. No Sx prior to this other than slight discomfort at injection site.

3.21.2021 – Had an unusual asthma flare up Days One & Two post-vaccination. Just an FYI; all fine with that now.

4.21.2021 – Bad rash on left inner forearm that started 2 days ago. Opposite from injection arm. Rash red, very itchy, small raised rash from wrist to antecubital area and about 3 inches wide. Four weeks post-vaccine but feel this might be a delayed reaction.

3.17.2022 – Neck pain & stiffness.

10.6.2022 – Tested positive on Sunday 10/2. Had Updated Booster on 9/15. Symptoms started on 10/1. And, I still mask ALL THE TIME! Retired Nursing Professor so am extremely cautious. Today, I feel my symptoms are a bit improved.

12.15.2022 – Had Covid on 10/1.

Dysstasia, Muscular weakness and Muscle spasms

4.14.2021 – Arm feels like I did a hundred pushups!

4.15.2021 – mild tingling in hands and arms that disappeared after 2 hours

4.26.2021 – Starting two days ago: Headache & back pain. Can't stand more than 20 or 30 min. w/out needing to rest from cramping. Arms get achy; difficult to lift the lightest-weight camera and gimble kit. I thought it was me, then someone said: It's the vax.

5.4.2021 – Sore, aching feet without any cause. Strange!

5.6.2021 – Feet hurt

5.7.2021 – neck and chest pain and presdure

11.2.2021 – Achy, achy arm.

Axillary mass, Bronchitis and Edema peripheral

3.7.2021 – Sore lymph nodes in armpit near injection site.

6.2.2021 – I have Chronic Lymphocitic Leukemia; my oncologist says my Pfizer vaccinations provide only @50% protection against Covid. Please advise...

11.18.2021 – Severe bronchitis Covid test (negative)

2.24.2022 – Painful lymph nodes

2.25.2022 – Swollen, sore, and tender lymph nodes in my armpit

9.16.2022 – It feels like there's a tennis ball in the armpit on the side where I got the vaccination. It hurts down my arm & across my shoulders.

Burning mouth syndrome, Balance disorder and Lacrimation increased

3.29.2021 – Balance is off when walking on occasion. Started one week after vaccine. Note: had similar symptoms in 2017, which went away.

4.3.2021 – Last night felt that chills might be coming on, but feeling was of brief duration. Some nasal congestion and sneezing last night through this morning.

4.4.2021 – Nasal congestion (moderate), watery eyes (mild), itchy ears (mild). To be more precise on timing: Day of vaccination: arm soreness 30-60 minutes after vaccine. 12 hours after vaccine: nasal congestion. 24-36 hours after vaccine (worst symptoms ~36 hour mark): nasal congestion, sneezing, mild swollen glands 1 side of neck, mild watery eyes/itchy ears, mild headache. 2nd day after vaccine: Fatigue, mild nasal congestion/sneezing

4.5.2021 – Slight nasal congestion

4.6.2021 – Nasal congestion

4.23.2021 – Occasional balance issues. Also had immediately after vaccine and in 2017.

10.3.2021 – Burning mouth syndrome but doubt it is due to vaccine. Could be new med and/or new toothpaste Dr visit

Nipple disorder, Primary stabbing headache and Benign breast neoplasm

3.3.2021 – Rt hip

5.31.2021 – Constipation without any change in diet some nausea too

11.14.2021 – Icepick headaches

11.19.2021 – Still having icepick headaches off & on. Mostly on left side of myhead

1.14.2022 – Rt breast nipple itching and fullness to outer aspect at 10 o'clock. Had diagnostic mammogram & ultrasound - results negative for cancer. The nipple itching has been off & on only on the right for the past 6-8 months. The fullness was new.

4.15.2022 – I had breast nipple itching, and lump to right breast, in Nov 2021. Tests done diagnostic mam & MRI. Results neg for cancer. Aeriola and nipple have stopped itching by the end of March. I had the nipple itching off & on thru the summer only 1-2 day Saw PCP & benign breast care clinic

7.20.2022 – I have itching to my right breast nipple

7.21.2022 – Itching is to my right breast

7.23.2022 – Itching to right breast nipple

Food allergy, Skin burning sensation and Body temperature decreased

4.8.2022 – My skin over most of my body feels like I have sunburn

4.9.2022 – Lymph nodes under my left arm feel tender and swollen. FYI, my regular temperature is 97.4

4.10.2022 – Lymph nodes under both arms tender and swollen and temp went up to 99 from normal 97.4 after I reported

4.11.2022 – Lymph nodes under arms still tender, stiff neck. My normal temperature is 97.4

4.12.2022 – Still have tenderness in lymph nodes under left arm. My normal temperature is 97.4.

4.13.2022 – I've had mild acid reflux since I received booster but last night it was so bad, it burned my throat. I'm not sure if it's related but I've haven't had such a prolonged period of it.

4.14.2022 – Eyes have been very dry all week.

7.7.2022 – Seem to be more sensitive to foods that cause allergies, getting more headaches and glands swell under my arms. Also have worse acid reflux which often keeps me up at night or wakes me up.

Weight decreased, Gastrointestinal disorder and Peripheral swelling

3.10.2021 – No

3.11.2021 – The vaccine site does not hurt but it is lightly painful when I touch it.

3.12.2021 – The headache and fatigue I think is from my health.

3.17.2021 – Yes. I take Eliquis, a blood thinner. Will this affect me when I take the second shot? I also have heart, lung etc problems.

4.7.2021 – None

4.8.2021 – Arm is swollen, sore and hurts when lifted.

4.13.2021 – Yesterday and today, I felt sick but I do not know if it is sinuses, allergies or other.

10.6.2021 – I do not think they are due to vaccine. Stomach problems and weight loss.

7.12.2022 – I got Covid from my brother who got it from a coworker at the base. Went to Primary doctor's iffice

Mental impairment, Muscle tightness and Head discomfort

2.2.2021 – Heart racing after shot, an elevated blood pressure

2.24.2021 – Tightening of jaw, neck. And upper back

2.26.2021 – My head is not very clear v today hard to think

3.23.2021 – When reviewing my headache journal i have realized that i have had a headache almost everyday since my 2nd dose and I'm more tired to. Some days i would say that I'm fatigued not then tired. I'm going to make an appointment about my headaches I'm going the my medicine faster then usual

Lip blister, Ear pain and Pruritus

2.3.2021 – Yesterday after my check in I noticed I had a blister on my lip and kept getting sharp pains on the left side of my head near my ear...not in my ear but kind of where my jaw bone is right outside of my left ear.

2.20.2021 – I started to to notice that my armpits have a rash and itch. I had the problem years ago when I used deodorant with aluminum. I do not use deodorant with aluminum and developed this rash after my vaccination.

3.6.2021 – Arm pits inflamed and itch

Gastric disorder, Hypotension and Rheumatoid arthritis

7.1.2021 – Severe flare up of RA

7.3.2021 – RA flare

7.10.2021 – RA worse since covid immunization. Began methotrexate (once weekly) 7-5-2021 & tramadol for pain. Very little relief obtained.

7.24.2021 – Severe hip pain 8 outof10. Veryhardto walk...using a cane at times.

7.31.2021 – Very light headed at work. Taken to the ER. BP was low. All tests were normal. Just dont feel right. Havent felt right since 1st covid immunization. Stomach and intestinal issues, nausea and frequent diarrhea.

6.28.2022 – Severe rash on backs of hands and all oner both feet

Allergic respiratory symptom, Nasal pruritus and Quarantine

2.24.2022 – Recent (six weeks, left hand, three weeks, right hand) neuropathy. More uncomfortable in left hand than right ha nd. I don't believe this is in any way related to my vaccines or booster, which was administered way back on 8/26/2021.

7.8.2022 – I home tested positive for COVID on 6/27/22. I had allergy symptoms of itchy, runny nose. I began treating my symptoms with antihistamines and isolated from my husband wgen eating and sleeping and wore a mask around him at all other times.

Acupuncture, Ophthalmic migraine and Injected limb mobility decreased

4.22.2022 – Got 4 Th booster shot and got severe pain in my left shoulder and was unable to move it beyond shoulder height for 7 days, couldn't sleep due to the pain. On the 7th day the pain went away and motion returned like nothing had happened! Went for acupuncture

7.6.2022 – I was around someone on Monday that tested positive for Covid today. I test negative for Covid but I woke up feeling like I have a really bad cold, not sleeping well, loose stools

10.15.2022 – Developed a fever 99.9, cold like symptoms and fatigue on 9/11.

10.22.2022 – I had a bad optical migraine causing everything to spin and I missed a day of work, it has to do with exposure to light, not the vaccine. Today is very windy and I am getting some allergy sniffles and a bit of a sore throat after working out side

Vibratory sense increased, Breast cancer and Muscle twitching

2.10.2021 – Shaky vaccine arm/muscle weakness

2.11.2021 – Feels like my body is vibrating sometimes. I had a lot of unusual anxiety last night and some today. Definitely some brain fog.

2.13.2021 – Anxiety, shaky, stuffy head and nose

2.14.2021 – I had diarrhea and abdominal pain last night after I reported

2.15.2021 – Stuffy nose

3.2.2021 – Headache, nausia, fatigue

3.23.2021 – My leg muscle above the knee on left side have been twitching constantly for 14 hours. That's never happened before.

3.25.2021 – Brain fog

4.19.2021 – Sometimes I get fatigue even when Ive had good sleep.

4.25.2021 – Stuffy and runny nose

10.16.2021 – Anxiety

10.19.2021 – My armpit was very sore for two days. I'm assuming it is lymph nodes.

10.20.2021 – My armpit is still sore on the injection side.

10.30.2021 – Headache, fatigue

4.16.2022 – Breast cancer

Wound closure, Hypervolemia and Generalized edema

10.10.2022 – Severe bilateral all over body numbness and tingling with body stea falling asleep - being unable to use (cannot wslk or use srms-hands-geetpickup anything$ Hospital to home visits

10.19.2022 – Severe lymphedema-fluid weight gain/body swelling with fluid. Now in hospital - 9 days now since Tuesday 19/12 / on duretuc drip to remove fluid overload.

10.26.2022 – Took fall gauging hole bottom front leg - given 9 stitches to close wound

Blue toe syndrome, Renal mass and Renal cancer

3.5.2021 – None

3.7.2021 – Loss of appetite

3.8.2021 – Swollen painful lymph nodes at collarbone, neck, under arm

3.9.2021 – Painful swollen lymph nodes in collarbonearea

3.10.2021 – Swollen lymph node

4.2.2021 – No

4.15.2021 – Nausea

5.6.2021 – Heart burn and mild nausea

10.29.2021 – The day after the shot I experienced headache, joint pain, muscle aches, fatigue. This lasted for 36 hours.

11.26.2021 – Joint pain in hands, fingers, elbows, ankles, feet.

4.22.2022 – Swollen, itchy, purple/red toes.

5.23.2022 – Sore throat, congestion, cough, lethargy

5.30.2022 – Mouth ulcers

7.25.2022 – Colitis and just found a mass in kidney Doctor visit, colonoscopy and abdominal CT

10.24.2022 – Kidney cancer

Neck mass, Gastroenteritis viral and Injection site bruising

1.2.2021 – I do have a pretty good bruise which I don't usually get when I have an injection. It is acting like a normal bruise with no unusual characteristics though.

1.5.2021 – I think it's a stomach bug but not sure

1.6.2021 – I have a lump in my neck which I believe is a lymph node.

1.7.2021 – I still have a lump on the right side of my neck just above my collarbone. Reported yesterday as possibly an inflamed lymph node.

1.14.2021 – My arm is still bruised at injection site and is painful when moving it with certain motions. Lymph node on right side of neck is still swollen. It has been this way for over a week. Had lab work (CBC Panel) done. Seeing PCP tomorrow.

Paranasal sinus inflammation, Facial discomfort and Skin tightness

2.11.2021 – funny facial sensation in right side of face (I received the vaccine in the right arm)

2.12.2021 – Facial swelling on right side of face. It has subsided some but is still present.

2.13.2021 – I am still having slight facial swelling/puffiness on the right side of my face. it is subsiding but is still present.

2.14.2021 – the swelling/puffiness in my face has reduced greatly and I will continue to monitor it

2.15.2021 – Facial swelling is continuing to subside. Overall, I am feeling well.

2.16.2021 – the right side of my face is still swollen/puffy but its getting with time. its not noticeable. just feels puffy

2.17.2021 – Facial swelling. i ti yes to calm with tylenol

2.24.2021 – I have experienced swelling on the right side of my face. Almost like an allergic reaction. I have been experiencing headaches and a tightening feeling above my right eye. Sinuses feel inflamed.

Supraclavicular fossa pain, Blood pressure increased and Tenderness

1.28.2021 – Stiff neck

2.18.2021 – Swelling right clavicle area same side as where my shot was given

2.19.2021 – Swelling and tenderness around right collar bone area, vaccine was given on my right arm Visit at MDS office

2.20.2021 – Still with swelling right collar bone area got the vaccine on the right arm

2.21.2021 – Still have swelling around my right collar bone area, I got my vaccine on the right arm

2.23.2021 – Dizziness

3.5.2021 – Dizziness and high blood pressure In person visit

3.10.2021 – Ringing in my ears and elevated blood pressure, still a little lightheaded Called MD and got started on blood pressure medicine

Sleep disorder, Neck pain and Back pain

2.10.2021 – 12 hours after getting the second dose I had severe deltoid pain which extended up to my neck through my shoulder and down my back this lasted approximately 36 hours a company by headache and fatigue I'm mentioning this here because you did not send me I did not get a checkup each day after my second dose

3.12.2021 – General fatigue, going on for 2-3 weeks, thought it was due to poor sleep but now I've had good rest numerous days in a row and still feel tired.

Wheezing, Eye pain and Muscular weakness

1.12.2021 – Very occasionally wheeze cough but only at night

1.31.2021 – Left eye pain and congestion (normal for seasonal allergies for me)

2.1.2021 – Only happened a few times about 40 minutes after vaccine but a deep cough that sounds like a wheeze. Breathing is normal now.

2.2.2021 – At one point was weak in the knees and had chills on the floor briefly. Got up and was fine after that (~12:47pm)

5.3.2021 – Nausea, but I also started a new birth control ~2 months ago so it may just be that.

4.21.2022 – Stomach problems (unrelated to vaccine)

Ligament pain, Spinal pain and Chest pain

3.14.2021 – (I have not reported sx's from 1st dose.) This is from 2nd dose: On 3/6/21 evening I developed severe back spine pain. Gone Sun.a.m. In evening, that pain plus significant chest pain radiating down left side starts. Mon 3/8 a.m.- both disappear again. In evening, both return very strongly. (Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Lidocaine patch on back do not help pain.) Then Tues a.m. 3/9 both symptoms are present and very sharply. Spoke with PCP, decide to E.R. Many type of tests (EKG, Chest and Back Xrays, DDimer, bloodwork) Results= All clear. Back pain could be a past injury that is aggravated, and muscle & ligaments in back could be reason. Chest pain seems related to muscle/ligaments wrapped around. Chest pain subsided Fri Mar 12. And back pain is mostly gone today- Sun Mar 14. Day 1 I also had chills, & next day- headaches, nausea, fatigue. Fatigue and Headaches remain but low now.

Influenza, Injection site pruritus and Nausea

4.3.2021 – Soreness at the injection site

4.4.2021 – Sore at injection site

4.16.2021 – My injection sight tarted itching for a few days. It seems fine now.

5.6.2021 – The day after my vaccine I was quite ill. Felt like I had the flu with a slight headache. Felt better on Wednesday but quite fatigued. Better today but still somewhat fatigued.

5.6.2022 – Had one booster in November 2021 and the second one in April 2022. Pretty nauseous after the Nov booster. Felt better the next day. After the April booster I had fairly significant flu symptoms for a little more than a full day.

Ear infection, Injection site bruising and Hyperhidrosis

4.12.2021 – Major bruising around injection side.

5.19.2021 – Profuse sweating

5.22.2021 – Ridiculous amount of sweating. Like Im sweating toxins out.

5.23.2021 – Excessive sweating. Not from my pits either. Literally every pore in my skin is sweating.

5.24.2021 – Still sweating like crazy. My pores are literally sweating everywhere. Legs, arms, etc

1.21.2022 – On almost 3 weeks of a headache.

2.4.2022 – I have Covid.

4.8.2022 – Sinus infection, double ear infection

7.8.2022 – Tested positive for Covid, positive test results lasted for 14 days. Was very I'll